Do you need to replace the timing belt?
The correct and complete kit for the engine being serviced is needed, including the water pump, if driven off the timing system. You may also need a hydraulic unit, plus all nuts, studs and bolts that require replacement. When replacing the timing system, the technician should always replace the auxiliary belt as well.
Where can I get a timing belt kit for a VW 2.0T?
The ECS Tuning Ultimate Plus Timing Belt Kit for the VW 2.0T FSI contains belts, bolts, seals, rollers, tensioner, and coolant. To find the correct kit for your vehicle, first select your vehicle at ecstuning.com, then click: Engine > Timing > Timing Belt Kit Address:1000 Seville Road, Wadsworth, OH 44281Phone:1.800.924.512Web:www.ecstuning.com
What do the numbers on a timing belt mean?
These numbers indicate a standard trade size and will help in identifying the specifics of the cog belt. Also, by being able to identify the manufacturer and/or trade name on the timing belt will assist in the identification process.
Is there a torque specifications repair guide for Commander?
Find out how to access AutoZone’s Torque Specifications Repair Guide for Commander 2006-2007. Find out how to access AutoZone’s Torque Specifications Repair Guide for 300, 300C & Magnum 2006-2008, Charger 2006-2008. Find out how to access AutoZone’s Torque Specifications Repair Guide for Cherokee, Grand Cherokee, 1999-2005.
Do you have to torque the idler before replacing a timing belt?
Put a drop of red threadlocker on all the bolts for these parts. Torque the hydraulic tensioner bolts to 100 lbs and the roller tensioner to 35 ft lbs. You do not need to torque the idler until you put the new timing belt.
What’s the best way to replace a timing belt?
Install the new water pump onto the alignment dowels. Start tightening the 5 bolts in an even sequence and then torque to 100 lbs. Go over them twice, just to make sure they are all torqued correctly. Step 2: Install the hydraulic tensioner, roller tensioner, and idler.
What causes a loose timing belt to break?
Loose timing belt tensioning acts like a loosely-held piece of string, with a snapping action as in a high torque situation the string or timing belt will break because the added stress is more than the timing belt was designed to take. While a taut string or timing belt can stand a strong pull.
What is the pitch of the Fenner timing belt?
The FHT (Fenner High Torque) curvilinear timing belt system provides smooth operation and high torque carrying capacity with low backlash. These mini-pitch synchronous timing belts and pulleys are available in the following pitches: 1 mm, 2 mm and 3 mm.